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Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Introduce History Day
 
Step 2: Choosing Topics
 
Step 3: Choosing Projects
 
Step 4: Research and Analysis
 
Step 5: Creating Projects
 
Step 6: Competition
 
Step 7: Evaluation
 
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Step 5: Creating Projects

Key Goals:
  • Once their research is complete, and the students have a clearly identified thesis statement and supporting evidence, they can create their projects
  • Students also must write a 500 word Process Paper that summarizes their entire experience with the program
Strategies
  • Students must be clear on requirements prior to starting. They should consult the NHD Contest Rule Book often while creating their projects
  • Post the category requirements around the room for easy reference
  • All students should have a complete planning document or rough draft before starting to create their final project
  • Students will try to create before they ever research. You must be strong; don't allow students to proceed with production until planning is complete
  • Allow some in class time for students to work
  • Be sure and spend some time going over basic design principles
  • Share examples of student projects
  • Do periodic checks of student work
  • Have students complete weekly planners that outline their progress
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